Cosy, Colourful & Chic: How We’ll Be Decorating Our Homes in 2025

If you’re thinking of giving your home a refresh this year, you’re in luck — 2025’s decorating trends are all about personality, warmth and a touch of playful drama. Forget sterile showrooms and cookie-cutter looks; it’s about creating spaces that feel joyful, lived-in and unapologetically “you”.

1. Warm Minimalism (with a Twist)

Minimalism isn’t going anywhere, but it’s softening up. Instead of stark white walls and empty corners, we’re seeing calmer spaces with warm neutrals, soft textures and a bit more soul. And here’s the twist: maximalist touches are sneaking in. Think a pared-back room with a bold velvet sofa in emerald green or a splash of vibrant orange on the cushions. Simple, but never boring.

2. The Colour of Happiness

Yellow is having a moment. Dulux has crowned “True Joy” as Colour of the Year, and honestly, it does what it says on the tin. It’s the perfect pick-me-up shade — just enough to brighten a room without feeling overwhelming. Pair it with earthy tones like terracotta, burgundy or warm browns to stop it feeling too punchy.

3. Colour Drenching & Pattern Play

Fancy going all in? Colour drenching is one of the boldest trends this year — painting walls, skirting boards, ceilings and even radiators in the same shade for a cocooning effect. Prefer pattern to paint? Pattern drenching is just as big — wallpaper, upholstery, curtains… all in matching prints. Brave, yes. But the result is a room that feels like stepping into another world.

4. Art Deco Glam

Art Deco is back with a bang. Think bold geometry, lacquered furniture, rich woods and a splash of gold for good measure. Even a small nod, like a geometric lamp or a statement mirror, can bring that subtle ‘Gatsby glamour’ into a room.

5. Velvet Everything

Bouclé had its moment, but velvet is officially taking over. Sofas, armchairs, cushions — it adds instant cosiness and a bit of luxury. Pair it with dramatic drapery (yes, curtains are making a comeback as a real design feature) and you’ve got yourself a room that feels plush and welcoming.

6. Curves & Natural Shapes

Sharp edges are softening. This year it’s all about curves — rounded coffee tables, arched doorways, even sculptural sofas. It’s a subtle way of bringing nature’s organic shapes into your home, and it balances beautifully with bolder colour choices.

7. Japandi Calm & Smart Living

If you lean towards simple and calming interiors, Japandi is still your friend. The blend of Scandinavian functionality and Japanese serenity is timeless — natural wood, clean lines, and cosy textures. To keep it practical, multifunctional furniture is also key: think foldaway desks or storage that doubles as seating.

8. Nostalgic Charm

Homes are getting more personal again. Whether it’s layering vintage rugs, displaying heirlooms, or channelling that cosy ‘Nancy Meyers film’ vibe (warm lighting, charming kitchens, and plenty of bookshelves), interiors are telling stories. It’s about spaces that make you smile and feel instantly at ease.

A Few Easy Ways to Try the Trends

Don’t be afraid to experiment and try new trends.

• Living Room: Add a statement velvet armchair or go bold with patterned curtains.
• Bedroom: Paint the whole room in a calming, earthy tone and pile on layered textures.
• Kitchen: Mix your metals — brass with nickel, chrome with copper. Don’t worry about perfection, the mix is what makes it stylish.

Final Word

This year, decorating isn’t about chasing perfection — it’s about creating spaces that feel inviting, joyful and unmistakably yours. Whether you’re tempted by a splash of “True Joy” yellow, the plush comfort of velvet, or a daring colour-drenched wall, 2025 is the year to have a little fun with your interiors.

After all, home should be the place where your personality shines brightest. So why not pick one trend that makes you smile and start there?

Colour Trends For 2022

Each year a team of top international design experts come together to discuss world wide trends. This is then translated into a colour scheme, then they compile a colour of the year with supporting colour palettes. They have selected a range of colours they think will be the trend throughout 2022.

What Is The Trend Colour For 2022

The colour of the year 2022 is…… 14BB 55/113 (also known as Bright Skies).

“Every year the Dulux Colour specialists at our Global Aesthetic Centre assemble a top team of international design experts to discuss the new global trends that will affect us all. Using these insights and a wealth of colour expertise, the team then chooses a Colour of the Year, and builds four new, easy to use paint palettes around it to help interior designers, decorators and building design professionals to create better, more comfortable homes and public spaces all over the world.”

Quote from Dulux website.

You can see more of this years colour schemes here:
See more of this years colour of the year and colour schemes.

Paint Calculator

If you would like to use the colour of the year (14BB 55/113) or any other colour you need to buy and need to work out how much you need to buy, use our Paint Calculator.

Other useful links

Here are some further reading links:

• Past years Colour trends from Property Decorating
• Dulux Trade Expert Bright Skies
• Dulux colour of the year

Video from Dulux YouTube channel.

Colour Trends For 2021

Every year a team of top international design experts come together to discuss world trends. This is then translated into a colour scheme. They have compiled a colour of the year with supporting colour palettes. They have selected a range of colours they think will be the trend throughout 2021.

What Is The Trend Colour For 2021

The colour of the year 2021 is…… E7.10.53 (also known as Brave Ground).

“Every year, our colour specialists, plus a team of top international design experts discuss the latest global trends that will affect every area of our lives. We then translate these insights into one key colour that reflects the mood of the moment – a tone that’s set to have an impact on homes all over the world.”

Quote from Dulux website.

You can see more of this years colour schemes here:
See more of this years colour of the year and colour schemes.

Paint Calculator

If you would like to use the colour of the year (E7.10.53) or any other colour you need to buy and need to work out how much you need to buy, use our Paint Calculator.

Other useful links

Here are some further reading links:

• Past years Colour trends from Property Decorating
• Colour Futures 2021 (40 colours)
• Dulux Trade Expert Brave Ground
• Dulux colour of the year

Video from Dulux YouTube channel.